2006 Jaguar XK vs. 1999 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Jaguar XK (411 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus GS. (298 Nm). This means 2006 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XK | 1999 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | XK | GS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
